Malt Division to Separate from Glazer’s Merger
January 12, 2016 The malt and beer business Glazer’s has with MillerCoors will operate under its own entity, to be called Glazer’s Beer & Beverage and will distribute in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas and Iowa. The separation process has already started...
Alert: Bacardi with Southern in New York
"Though disappointed, we are not deterred. This decision isn't about Empire Merchants or our market level performance. Change is the nature of the industry," writes E. Lloyd, Empire’s chief. As of springtime, Bacardi will be distributed by Empire and will align with...
Merger Confirmed between Southern Wine & Spirits and Glazer’s
January 11, 2016 Sources confirm that Southern Wine & Spirits and Glazer’s will merge to form what will be North America’s largest wine and spirits distributor. Glazer’s executives and board members explain, “Glazer’s and Southern are both industry-leading...
State Update- Illinois: G&M buys Dixon Distributor
G&M Distributors has announced their acquisition of Dixon- based LRB Distributors. This took place this Thursday, and its goal is to expand its reach north of Galesburg.G&M President Adam Vitale believes this acquisition provides "a solid platform for growth"...
New Hampshire is considering dropping the legal drinking age
The law would allow young adults aged 18, 19 or 20 to drink "while in the presence of responsible adults who are over 21." It has been close to 30 years now since 18-20 year old consumers could drink in New Hampshire, but if one proposal passes, young adults in the...
Wine Sale from Diageo to Treasury Wine Estates is a Success
Treasury Wine Estates has successfully acquired the rest of Diageo’s wine assets for a US$552m price tag. When the sale was first announced in October, it was understood that TWE would take control of US-based Chateau & Estate Wines division and Britain’s Percy...
Newest addition to Pernod Ricard USA Portfolio in 2016- Lillet
"We are very excited to welcome this growing, profitable and delicious brand into our portfolio," said Bryan Fry, President and CEO of Pernod Ricard USA. Pernod Ricard USA has just announced that Lillet, a wine based aperitif from Bordeaux is joining...
No pending sale for New Belgium Brewery
"As to recent speculation around our ownership structure, there is no deal on the table," the company said. "We look forward to growing our team, honoring our commitments and continuing to be a responsible and engaged member of the Asheville community." New Belgium...
National retailers in Florida fight for liquor wall to come down in grocery stores
"Major policy changes like the fight over the wall… negatively impact Florida businesses and usually trace back to out-of-state companies seeking to change the law to better fit their business models," said Sarah Bascom, a spokeswoman Businesses Unite Big box...